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Laura (Ruch) Downing, MD

Laura (Ruch) Downing, MD

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Provider Ratings

4.7 out of 5 (218 ratings)

Speaks

Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(734) 426-1925
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Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
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Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(734) 426-1925
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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Obstetrics & Gynecology - West Arbor

4350 Jackson Rd
Ste 300
Ann Arbor , MI 48103

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Obstetrics & Gynecology - West Arbor
(734) 995-2259 View Details
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Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Chelsea

14288 E Old US Hwy 12
Ste 300
Chelsea , MI 48118

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Chelsea
(734) 426-1925 View Details
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About

Laura (Ruch) Downing, MD, is a board-certified obstetrics and gynecology physician and is fellowship-trained in advanced pelvic surgery. Dr. Downing has clinical interests in managing routine and high-risk pregnancies, minimally invasive and robotic gynecologic surgery and treatments for endometriosis.

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • BCBS of Michigan Federal / Traditional
  • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
  • BCBS of Michigan PPO Commercial
  • BCN Medicare Advantage
  • BCN of Michigan HMO
  • BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan - Medicaid
  • Cofinity (Network)
  • Community Care
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Medicare Advantage
  • HAP Empowered (Medicaid)
  • Humana Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Commercial ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • Medicaid - Michigan
  • Medicare (Traditional)
  • Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan PHCS (Network)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Medicare Advantage
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network
  • Priority Health / Cigna Commercial
  • Priority Health / Cigna Medicare Advantage
  • Priority Health Medicaid
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare (Humana Military) Non-Prime Plans
  • TRICARE (Humana Military) Prime
  • United Healthcare Commercial ALL PLANS
  • United Healthcare Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
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Additional Resources

Education & Certifications

Education

Fellowship:
Emory University School of Medicine

Residency:
Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

Medical School:
University of Toledo College of Medicine

Board Certifications

American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology

Provider Groups

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Trinity Health Medical Providers

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.7 out of 5

(218 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

69 Reviews

09/27/2024

She was very knowledgeable and personal. She thoroughly described my options and the pros and cons of each of them. She and her staff made me as comfortable as possible through a painful procedure.

09/09/2024

Dr. Downing always explains my issues so, I can understand and shows me pictures of what I have.

08/23/2024

Dr. Downing was always quick to respond and I felt like she gave me credit for being an active part of my own healthcare. She listened and answered all of my questions. Everyone in the office at her practice in Chelsea is kind and professional, too.

08/07/2024

Dr Downing was more like 20 stars! She is exactly like the doctor you hope to find. Thank you for your kindness and knowledge.

08/06/2024

The doctor was everything you hope to find. She was beyond amazing.

06/18/2024

She is very patient and kind doctor I would totally recommend her to anybody

06/04/2024

I would highly recommend this doctor

05/20/2024

Kind, professional, took time to answer all my questions. Very pleased . Thank you

05/15/2024

Exceptional service

05/14/2024

Million thanks

05/13/2024

10/10 would recommend this doctor again to all my family and friends. She took the time to answer all my questions and even drew diagrams to help me better understand. Extremely friendly and professional.

04/23/2024

It has only been a day since my appointment, so I am still waiting for follow-up.

04/12/2024

So glad I chose this office for me and my baby.

03/14/2024

Very helpful with all my concerns

03/01/2024

She is great! I will highly recommend her to everyone

02/07/2024

Dr. Downing did not listen to me. She never asked if I had any questions or concerns and just left.

01/29/2024

She did not rush anything. She was calm and made sure I was okay before moving on to confirm a complete miscarriage

01/02/2024

I had a great experience and I felt very comfortable even though I had to have an internal ultrasound for the first time.

12/21/2023

Helpful, professional, effectively listen

12/14/2023

Very patient

12/06/2023

Dr. Downing, is an exceptional provider. She鈥檚 a clear communicator, and a caring provider. she is always on schedule, and yet never seems rushed and always listens well! Trust her 100% and have recommended her to many people, including my colleagues in the healthcare field.

11/17/2023

It is too bad we don鈥檛 get this kind of care here in Jackson but very happy Chelsea providers are here for us!

11/16/2023

Kind and understanding. Knew how to help.

11/09/2023

They are very nice and patient.

08/01/2023

Everyone was so nice and I did not wait long

06/30/2023

I would recommend her to friends for care.

06/11/2023

Top notch!

06/09/2023

just please tell patients what to do after u leave like head to check out or wait for MA

05/19/2023

It was a very positive experience and I felt listened to.

05/03/2023

Exceptional wrote things down for me and listened to my questions

05/03/2023

Very satisfied

05/01/2023

What an asset to your organization

04/15/2023

they made me feel comfortable

04/08/2023

I do not feel like my health concerns were listened too. I did not received very much feedback on options to address my concerns.

04/04/2023

Took time to talk to me in a caring way.

03/20/2023

Call me .

03/09/2023

She was wonderful!

03/01/2023

Very comfortable with and trust Dr.Downing

02/10/2023

Very happy with care.

02/07/2023

The best. Period.

01/30/2023

I would highly recommend this doctor to other women.

01/26/2023

The facility was clean, friendly and had a calming atmosphere

01/10/2023

MD was exceptionally great with all the time she assisted with my health issue including surgery and podt op visit.

01/10/2023

I have only met her the once so thats why some of my answers may reflect that. Overall she seems very nice!

01/01/2023

Highly recommend Dr. Laura Downing

12/07/2022

Very happy

11/27/2022

Very good

11/11/2022

Shes very easy to understand a personable. I felt well cared for.

11/02/2022

She was wonderful! So kind and made me feel very comfortable.

09/14/2022

Dr. Downing made me feel cared for and comfortable. She was also very thorough and never made me feel rushed.

08/16/2022

Provider was very easy to talk with and put me at ease.

08/09/2022

Im thinking about finding another provider for my health

07/27/2022

the appointment itself was awkward, but the follow up messages between us have been great.

07/25/2022

She was awesome

07/20/2022

Thank you!

05/27/2022

I am very happy with Dr Ruch, she's very kind, to the point, quick to answer my questions via MyChart

05/13/2022

She was excellent.

05/03/2022

Very good. Caring, informative, sensitive to my pain due to the procedure, professional, knowledgeable.

04/23/2022

Truly loved this doctor, felt cared for and understanding of the situation

04/18/2022

MD was very kind and compassionate. She listened to my concerns and addressed them. She was very open and honest. Talked me though her plan and what she was thinking.

02/24/2022

This was my first visit to the Chelsea Ob/gyn office . I was very pleased with the exceptional care from everyone in the office . I am very happy to have found a clinic that I feel comfortable with . I will definitely be returning for all my ob/gyn needs and I have already recommended this office to friends and family .

02/18/2022

Dr. Ruch took the time to address all my questions and concerns thoroughly.

02/15/2022

Dr. Ruch was very personable and caring.

02/10/2022

Dr Ruch was amazing. She was very kind, gentle and caring. I felt competely comfortable talking to her about anything and felt as though she actualy listened to me and did not push prodecures or treatments that I did not feel comfortable getting. We spoke about all the different options and she was very thorough. She let me know what she was doing before she did it and addressed all my concerns. I would recommend her 100% to anyone looking for a new doctor.

01/28/2022

I was able to get an appointment quickly and the whole office/medical team were wonderful. This was my first visit and I will confidently return for future medical needs.

11/25/2021

She was very kind and answered all of my questions. She gave me realistic reassurance and was very clear when giving me information.

11/25/2021

Dr Ruch was professional and helpful and explained things well.

11/12/2021

Everything was great!

11/09/2021

The provider was great, the assistant was not very personable or friendly.
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